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Glow-worm 30ci plus User Manual

Glow-worm 30ci plus
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30ci plus
Fanned Flue Combination Boiler
G.C. No. 47-047-22
To be left with the user
Instructions for Use
Installation and Servicing
4000123944-2 07/03
Hepworth Heating Ltd., Nottingham Road, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1JT
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Glow-worm 30ci plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGlow-worm
Model30ci plus
CategoryBoiler
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Guarantee Registration

Customer Service and Contact Information

Contact details for customer service, technical advice, and sales enquiries in Great Britain and Ireland.

Important Information

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

Gas safety, testing, CE mark, electrical requirements, and statutory obligations.

Material Handling and System Safety

Guidance on insulation, manual handling, gas leaks, and frost protection measures.

Draining and Filling

System Draining and Filling Procedures

Instructions for draining the sealed system and filling it safely, including warnings.

Appliance Introduction

Boiler Features and Installation Considerations

Overview of the 30ci plus boiler, its priority system, and location requirements.

Appliance Safety Devices

Key Safety Mechanisms

Details on air flow, overheating, electrical failure, and frost protection safety features.

Safety Valve Information

Guidance on heating and domestic hot water safety valves and their proper handling.

Maintenance and Servicing

Boiler Cleaning and Servicing Recommendations

Guidelines for cleaning the boiler and recommendations for regular servicing.

Spare Parts Procurement

Procedure for ordering replacement parts from Glow-worm Service.

Controls and Lighting

Temperature and Mode Adjustments

Setting central heating, DHW temperatures, and selecting heating modes.

Boiler Operation and Fault Indication

Instructions for lighting, stopping, holiday mode, and fault display interpretation.

Installation Filling Procedure

Step-by-step guide for filling the system during the installation process.

Programmer Instructions for Use

Setting the Time and Day

How to set the current time and day of the week on the programmer.

Programming Heating Schedules

Steps to set ON/OFF times for heating schedules in 30-minute intervals.

Technical Data

Boiler Performance Specifications

Details on heating, hot water, combustion, and electrical performance data.

Gas Type Specific Technical Data

Technical specifications for Natural Gas (G20), Butane (G30), and Propane (G31).

General Information

Installation Warnings and Requirements

Safety precautions for sheet metal parts and statutory installation requirements.

Gas Supply and Installation Standards

Gas supply regulations and standards for installation in GB and IE.

Heating System Design

System Design Principles and Components

Guidance on sealed systems, pipework, expansion vessels, and drain points.

Thermostatic Valves and Existing System Prep

Considerations for thermostatic radiator valves and flushing existing systems.

Bypass Functionality and System Filling

Details on adjustable bypass and procedures for filling the heating system.

Domestic Hot Water System Design

System Pipework and Flow Control

Requirements for domestic hot water pipework, drain valves, and flow restrictors.

Water Supply Pressure and Hard Water

Ideal supply pressure and advice for hard water areas regarding scale reducers.

Boiler Schematic

Component Identification Diagram

Diagram illustrating the location and numbering of boiler components.

Boiler Location, Flue and Ventilation

Recommended Clearances and Mounting

Guidelines for boiler location, clearances, and wall mounting.

Terminal Guard and Flue Options

Requirements for terminal guards and available flue system types.

Cupboard Ventilation Requirements

Ventilation guidelines for installing the boiler in a cupboard or compartment.

Fixing Jig

Jig Components and Installation Parts

Description of the fixing jig, its components, and included installation parts.

Boiler Preparation and System Connections

Flue Hole Preparation

Instructions for cutting flue holes for rear and side flue installations.

Fixing Jig and Water Connections

Steps for positioning the fixing jig and connecting system water pipes.

Gas Connection Requirements

Gas safety regulations and procedures for making gas connections.

Boiler Installation

Sheet Metal Part Handling Safety

Precautions for safely handling sheet metal parts during installation.

Boiler Mounting and System Connections

Steps for installing the boiler, including flue and water connections.

Horizontal Telescopic Rear Flue Installation

Flue Kit and Preparation

Installation of the telescopic rear flue kit and preparation of the air duct.

Sealed Chamber Cover Procedures

Steps for removing and refitting the sealed chamber cover.

Horizontal Telescopic Top Flue Installation

Telescopic Top Flue Kit Components

Description of parts included in the horizontal telescopic top flue kit.

Telescopic Flue System Installation Steps

Detailed instructions for assembling and installing the telescopic flue.

Horizontal Top Flue Installation

Horizontal Top Flue Kit and Dimensions

Information on the 86285H kit, flue systems, and length guidelines.

Flue Cutting Guidelines

Important notes and procedures for cutting flue pipes without burrs.

Horizontal Top Flue Assembly Steps

Detailed instructions for assembling and installing the horizontal top flue.

Electrical Connection

Mains Cable and Supply Requirements

Earthing, wiring, isolator, and fused spur box requirements for safe electrical connection.

Voltage-Free External Controls Connection

Connecting thermostats and programmers to the voltage-free terminal.

Mains Voltage External Controls Connection

Connecting mains voltage external controls to the boiler's control interface.

Electrical System Testing Procedures

Checks for insulation resistance, earth continuity, and polarity of mains cables.

Commissioning

Gas Installation and System Filling

Procedures for gas conversion and filling the heating system with water.

Air Removal and System Pressure Adjustment

Importance of bleeding air and maintaining correct system pressure.

User Instruction and Boiler Operation

Advising the user on operation, maintenance, and safety precautions.

Boiler Settings

Accessing and Setting Parameters

How to enter the settings menu and adjust heating output and flue parameters.

Temperature and Pump Operation Settings

Configuring minimum/maximum heating temperatures and pump operation modes.

Changing Gas Type

Step Pressure Adjustment Procedure

Adjusting step pressure after gas conversion or valve change.

Maximum Burner Pressure Setting

Adjusting burner pressure based on network pressure conditions.

Routine Cleaning and Inspection

Service Preparation and Component Access

Isolating supplies, removing panels, and checking combustion products.

Draining Procedures and Filter Maintenance

Steps for draining circuits and cleaning/replacing domestic water and heating filters.

Component Inspection and Cleaning

Checking and cleaning the burner, fan, heat exchanger, and electrodes.

Fault Finding

Initial Checks and Fault Indicators

Pre-operation checks, thermostat reset, and interpreting common fault codes.

Heating System Fault Diagnosis

Troubleshooting steps for no heating, low heating, and ignition faults.

Hot Water System Fault Diagnosis

Troubleshooting steps for no hot water and low water temperature issues.

Fan and Burner Operation Faults

Diagnosing fan, burner ignition, flame detection, and temperature faults.

Wiring Diagram

Boiler Wiring Schematic

Detailed diagram showing the electrical connections of boiler components.

Replacement of Parts

Draining and Core Component Replacement

Draining procedures and replacement of thermistors, heat exchangers, and valves.

Fan, Filter, and Switch Component Replacement

Steps for replacing fans, sensors, filters, switches, and restrictors.

Burner, Ignition, and Electrode Replacement

Procedures for replacing burner assembly, injectors, ignition, and flame electrodes.

Heat Exchanger, Insulation, and PCB Replacement

Steps for replacing heat exchanger, combustion chamber insulation, and PCB.

User Interface and Control Board Replacement

Replacing user interface, 230V controls board, mains switch, and pump head.

Sensor, Valve, and Drain Point Replacement

Replacing water sensors, RPZ valve, drain point, bypass valve, and flow sensor.

Gas Valve and Air Vent Replacement

Steps for replacing gas control valve, stepper motor, and automatic air vent.

Safety Valve, 3-Way Valve, and Ignition Unit Replacement

Replacing safety valves, 3-way valve components, and the ignition unit.

Heat Exchanger and Domestic Safety Valve Replacement

Procedures for replacing DHW plate to plate heat exchanger and domestic safety valve.

Micro Accumulator Vessel Component Replacement

Replacing micro accumulator vessel thermistor, vessel, and heating element.

Expansion Vessel and Chamber Seal Replacement

Steps for replacing the expansion vessel and sealed chamber cover seal.

Spare Parts

Parts List and Ordering Information

A list of common spare parts with part numbers for ordering.

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